Now available for rental and purchase at Chassy.com starting today is the release of Chassy Media’s new documentary UPPITY: THE WILLY T RIBBS STORY, the incredible true story of Willy T. Ribbs, the first Black driver to win a Trans-Am race, test a Formula One car, and race in the Indy 500.
The film is co-directed by podcaster and comedian Adam Carolla and Nate Adams, who also co-directed THE 24 HOUR WAR, a documentary about the true story of Ford vs. Ferrari.
Willy T. Ribbs was the Jackie Robinson of auto-racing who shattered the color-barrier in the all-white sport. Willy was referred to as “Uppity” behind his back by mechanics and other racers. He overcame death-threats, unwarranted suspensions and engine sabotage to go after his dream. Ultimately, Willy beat the haters and became the first Black driver to win a Trans-Am race, test a Formula One car, and race in the Indy 500.
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